Macdocs Lament ••• Forks - same old same old, maybe a bit better.

[Baggsy]

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Did someone change the title?

Last time I was at the forks was with FiReSTarT, way back.
Somebody else came too, and proceeded to split between the opposing lanes of traffic.
No disrespect, but I don't like to use my first aid training.

 

[Wingboy]

Did someone change the title?

Last time I was at the forks was with FiReSTarT, way back.
Somebody else came too, and proceeded to split between the opposing lanes of traffic.
No disrespect, but I don't like to use my first aid training.

Forks is a micro tail of the dragon.

 

[GreyGhost]

Did someone change the title?

Last time I was at the forks was with FiReSTarT, way back.
Somebody else came too, and proceeded to split between the opposing lanes of traffic.
No disrespect, but I don't like to use my first aid training.

Macdoc rebranded thread after adjusting himself. The scooter was freedom and fun right up until it wasn't.

 

[FullMotoJacket]

clavicle? I'm pretty sure its 6 weeks

I call my ortho and get booked in to have them plated. Last one I was riding the "features" trail at the top of Kelso on my freeride MTB in <4 weeks.

Plus, you don't end up looking like Quasimodo when they inevitably heal crooked/offset.

 

[Wingboy]

Broke mine in 3 pieces at 20 something. It was 2 months.

 

[oioioi]

Just noticed the changes in this thread ...

Sorry to hear about all of this. We all just as excited about your adventures here as you were.

Hope you recover quickly and still able to enjoy the scoot before you head back to AUS.

 

[Relax]

Haven't been keeping up on this thread. Sorry to hear. I broke my clavicle in '94 but I can't remember how long it took to fully heal. Partly because I couldn't afford to stay off work (no benefits or sick days), so as soon as the bone was somewhat set and partially stuck together, I was driving back and forth to London again. I kind of want to say it was 2 weeks after the break, but much longer for full healing and full use of my arm.

 

[MacDoc]

My new ride just arrived Now have to figure how to get in it

 

[GreyGhost]

My new ride just arrived Now have to figure how to get in it
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How are you at wheelies? Try not to get a stunting ticket. Heal quick macdoc.

 

[Jampy00]

My new ride just arrived Now have to figure how to get in it
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Looks sweet, Best wishes!

 

[sburns]

All those years riding in OZ from what I gather without incident, couple of weeks back in ON and this, what does it say about Ontario.
Just talking out loud.
GWS!

 

[MacDoc]

Thanks
56 years riding in Ontario with no on pavement crashes less a few years in Oz also no pavement mishaps.
I suspect the "riding on the opposite side" was a factor this time.

 

[Evoex]

All those years riding in OZ from what I gather without incident, couple of weeks back in ON and this, what does it say about Ontario.
Just talking out loud.
GWS!

Everyone already knew they have no clue how to drive on the other side of the planet.

 

[AFJ]

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[Lightcycle]

Strangely enough, it's easier for me to drive on the left than it is to ride on the left.

With the RHD cars I've rented, you can't help but be reminded that you're in a RHD country: the shifter is underneath your left hand, and pretty quickly, you get tired of checking your rear-view mirror only to get an eyeful of A-pillar...

Also, when you go to use the turn signal, your front windshield gets a nice cleaning from the wipers. Thanks for that!

At least the clutch pedal is still underneath your left foot. I don't think I could get used to a right-foot clutch very quickly...

With a motorcycle, there are no clues that you're riding in a RHD country because all the controls are where they usually are.

 

[GreyGhost]

Strangely enough, it's easier for me to drive on the left than it is to ride on the left.

With the RHD cars I've rented, you can't help but be reminded that you're in a RHD country: the shifter is underneath your left hand, and pretty quickly, you get tired of checking your rear-view mirror only to get an eyeful of A-pillar...

Also, when you go to use the turn signal, your front windshield gets a nice cleaning from the wipers. Thanks for that!

At least the clutch pedal is still underneath your left foot. I don't think I could get used to a right-foot clutch very quickly...

With a motorcycle, there are no clues that you're riding in a RHD country because all the controls are where they usually are.

If I was switching sides as often as you, I'd probably have a big velcro arrow on my dash or tank. A constant reminder of which side I am supposed to be on and easy to switch when required.

 

[MacDoc]

With a motorcycle, there are no clues that you're riding in a RHD country because all the controls are where they usually are.

Where the shifter is in relation to the curb is my cue.
Unfortunately that was not available on the SMax.

 

[Lightcycle]

If I was switching sides as often as you, I'd probably have a big velcro arrow on my dash or tank. A constant reminder of which side I am supposed to be on and easy to switch when required.

Not sure if you're joking, but I rented a GS when we were touring in New Zealand and this is what was on the handlebars...

Though it probably would have been more effective if the sticker was at the top of the windscreen...

 

[MacDoc]

Yeah our highly touristed area is heavily populated with

and a few of these

 

[MacDoc]

On wheels again

Now gotta learn to drive the damn thing...one foot one arm

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